YAMAHA RD400 1977

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SOLD

All you guys pining for a street legal 2 stroke classic, here is your chance!

I am selling my 1977 RD400.

This would make a great restoration of cafe racer project.

I picked this up as a project but as I already have 2 bikes awaiting restoration, I have decided it was something of an impulse buy and it needs to go before it becomes another garage fixture!
I bought it in boxes and assembled it to see what parts were missing
It is all there less the stands and a throttle tube, it does have a clean Massachusetts title!

I was told the bike was an abandoned project 15 years ago and has sat in dry storage since!

It looks OK in the pictures but does not run, the tank is rusty on the inside and had a couple of brazed areas where it may have leaked but could possibly be sealed and repainted. It has new tires but they are 15 years old! Both front and rear brake systems require a full rebuild with new seals. I was also told the bike has a fresh top end but didn't take the heads off to check.
The pipes are Toomeys which are very rare but one is dented underneath and the other has some small rust holes, these could probably be repaired. Seat is in very good condition with just one small tear along one of the molded seams, the base is good. All the locks and ignition are in great shape and still use the original key, Most of the fasteners are original indicating a pretty unmolested life! It has had most of the chrome painted Black and the condition beneath the paint is unknown.

$500. Come and take it!!

I have tried to describe it accurately but please PM me with any other questions.

[Rossco]

Paging Sheppo.......

[Sheppo]

Paging Sheppo.......

Haha I bought one of my RD350's from this gentleman great to deal with and very honest on the mc's condition. I am not in the market for a 400 thanks tho

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Haha I bought one of my RD350's from this gentleman great to deal with and very honest on the mc's condition. I am not in the market for a 400 thanks tho

Thanks for the compliment. My wife is sure I need therapy when it come to old strokers!! This one was "another" irresistable deal, if I had lots of time and money, I would have a stable like "Rg500"s he has some really nice bikes!!

[Twheat18]

bump for a good dude and cool bike!

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Bump.. This will be heading for CL on Friday unless someone here wants it.

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Bump, posting on CL soon!!

[BMFR6]

If for some reason this doesn't sell in the next few weeks, let me know. Need to finish and sell the current project before I jump into another one.

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If for some reason this doesn't sell in the next few weeks, let me know. Need to finish and sell the current project before I jump into another one.

Will do, there are 3 guys that have contacted me from NESR so if it sells, I will let you know. I am only up the hill in Paxton so if you want to see it and decide you want it, I would hold it for you. PM me if you want to swing by and we can sort something out.
Cheers
Neil.

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Gone to CL, sorry I haven't been quick with replies from here, but If anyone here still wants it, let me know ASAP!!

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Bump, price lowered!!!

[jpallein223]

just got the rz......but i could use this to put miles on......

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just got the rz......but i could use this to put miles on......

This will need work before it can be put on the street, the description is accurate.. let me know if you want to see it. I have an RZ also so it would be a good excuse to meet and chat!!

[BMFR6]

Will do, there are 3 guys that have contacted me from NESR so if it sells, I will let you know. I am only up the hill in Paxton so if you want to see it and decide you want it, I would hold it for you. PM me if you want to swing by and we can sort something out.
Cheers
Neil.

Thanks Neil. I'll let you know what happens with the current project, right now I'm unemployed so I need to get that finished and sold before I can think about another project. If you have people that want it, don't hold out for me.

[jpallein223]

This will need work before it can be put on the street, the description is accurate.. let me know if you want to see it. I have an RZ also so it would be a good excuse to meet and chat!!

hell yeah!!!!!!! what do you think you would go for if i come up and pick it up. cash

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hell yeah!!!!!!! what do you think you would go for if i come up and pick it up. cash

Revised the price to $500. Hurry if you want it, I put it up on CL and have had 3 emails with a guy wanting to see it tomorrow evening! (CL price is $650)

[Dannyf]

You still have it?

[Stromper]

I'm a buyer if its still around

[jpallein223]

can you hold out till i get back? got alot of attention on here

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Wow, havent been on the forum for a couple of days. Justin has dibs but is on vacation.
I will reply in order of interest if he doesn't take it.
Cheers guys!

[BMFR6]

Not that I really want to see this sold until I'm ready to buy it, but if you still have it next month Neal it might be worth bringing it out to this event.

http://www.nestreetriders.com/forum/...ml#post1086587

[nt650hawk]

Forwarded to my buddy Jeff (Combatflyer)
he has an rz and a rd

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OK, had a crazy couple of weeks and havent even looked in the garage.
I held the bike for Justin (jpalein223) but he went on vacation, and since he hasnt replied to my PM or phone call so I am putting this back up.
Price is $500 firm, I would rather this go to someone who will get it going again and prefer to deal here than CL. Chip (chippertheripper) has seen the bike if anyone wants verification of the condition.
If you have expressed interest and are still interested, PM me, I am home this week (I usually travel for work) so can show it most days or evenings.

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SOLD.